
Jak Consultancy
Project Manager
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 04/04/2026
Job overview
Date posted
18/02/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 20,000 - 30,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
04/04/2026
Job description
The Project Manager for design and build / fit-out projects in Dubai is responsible for end-to-end delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves close coordination with clients, designers, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal project teams throughout all project stages. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations; reviewing and coordinating design drawings, technical submissions, and specifications; overseeing procurement and timely delivery of materials and subcontractors; monitoring site execution to ensure alignment with design, quality, and safety standards; implementing QA/QC and HSE procedures; managing risks, progress, and corrective actions; and preparing detailed project reports, variation claims, and contractual documentation. The Project Manager ensures compliance with relevant codes, authority regulations, and company standards while leveraging strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to achieve successful project outcomes. Proficiency in project planning tools such as MS Project or Primavera and basic design review tools like AutoCAD is required, with knowledge of local UAE authority procedures considered advantageous.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Manage full project lifecycle from concept, design development, procurement, and construction to final handover
- Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations
- Review and coordinate design drawings, technical submissions, and specifications
- Ensure timely procurement of materials, subcontractors, and long-lead items
- Act as primary point of contact for clients throughout the project duration
- Lead progress meetings, present updates, and proactively address project issues
- Coordinate with consultants, authorities, and internal teams for approvals and compliance
- Oversee site execution ensuring alignment with design, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions
- Ensure adherence to timelines and maintain strict cost control
- Implement QA/QC and HSE procedures across all project activities
- Conduct inspections, snagging, and manage final testing and commissioning
- Track project performance using KPIs including progress, cost, and quality
- Prepare regular project reports, variation claims, and change management documentation
- Manage contractual obligations, including subcontractor agreements, invoices, and handover files
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
- 5–10+ years of experience in design & build / fit-out project management
- PMP or similar certification (preferred but not mandatory)
- Strong understanding of design and build processes including interiors, fit-out, architecture, and MEP
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills
- Proficiency in project planning software (MS Project, Primavera) and basic design review tools (AutoCAD)
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure
- Knowledge of procurement, contract administration, and local UAE authority approval processes